Homecrest vs Gravesend: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated August 12, 2026

	Homecrest Brooklyn	Gravesend Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	114	72
Violent Crime	2	7
Robbery	1	4
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Gravesend is currently safer with 72 incidents vs 114 in Homecrest. Safety grades: Homecrest (B) vs Gravesend (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Homecrest or Gravesend safer?

Gravesend currently has fewer incidents (72 vs 114 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Homecrest: 2 violent incidents. Gravesend: 7. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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